Daily Sports Report

Howard Trade Done, Finally A Laker

Sat, 11 Aug 2012 08:49:55 -0400

After two long years, Dwight Howard finally got his wish, being traded in a four-team, 12-player and five-draft pick trade that took months of planning. The blockbuster deal also contained Andrew Bynum going to the Philadelphia 76ers and Andre Iguodala going to the Denver Nuggets.

The full trade sees Orlando get guard Arron Afflalo and forward Al Harrington going from the Nuggets, forward Moe Harkless and center Nikola Vucevic from Philadelphia, and forward Josh McRoberts and guard Christian Eyenga from the Lakers. Guard Chris Duhon and forward Earl Clark join Howard from the Magic to the Los Angeles. Jason Richardson also left the Magic, going to Philadelphia. Denver’s second round pick from the next two seasons is going to Orlando, (Denver will give Orlando theirs or the one they acquired from the Knicks). At the 2015 draft, the Magic get a conditional first-round pick from Philadelphia, and a second round pick from the Lakers. Finally, they can receive a conditional first rounder from Los Angeles.

Howard is expected to miss the start of the season after undergoing back surgery in April. At his introduction Friday night, Howard will get to wear his No. 12 that he wore in Orlando.

Rangers Land Dempster at Deadline

Wed, 01 Aug 2012 07:54:47 -0400

Rangers Land Dempster at Deadline:

Long believed to be heading to the Dodgers, Cubs starter Ryan Dempster was dealt to the Texas Rangers, just minutes before the 4 PM trade deadline Tuesday.

The 35-year old starter was traded for a pair of minor leaguers, third baseman Christian Villanueva and right-handed pitcher Kyle Hendricks. His name was one of the

biggest on this year’s trade market, but his recent injury and inconsistency scared away a few clubs.

Thanks to his 10-5 rights, Dempster had to okay the deal because of his veto power.

His contract expires at the end of this season, and Dempster is earning $14 million.

The Rangers also acquired catcher Geovanny Soto from Chicago earlier in the week.

Dempster’s name was initially believed to be heading to the Dodgers, but LA backed out after the Cubs wouldn’t include Allen Webster. Dempster told ESPN before the deadline that he would also approve a trade to Texas or the New York Yankees.

Victorino Dealt to Dodgers

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 14:03:53 -0400

Victorino Dealt to Dodgers:

“The Flying Hawaiian” Shane Victorino is heading closer to the island.

After bringing in Hanley Ramirez, the Dodgers added the center fielder and leadoff hitter from the Philadelphia Phillies for reliever Josh Lindblom and minor league hurler Ethan Martin.

The three-time All-Star and two-time Gold Glover center fielder plays the same position as current Dodgers Gold-Glove outfielder Matt Kemp. Kemp has told the Dodgers that he would move to left field if the team acquired a Victorino-caliber player. Victorino will take over the leadoff spot from the injured Dee Gordon. Gordon will move down to eighth when he returns from a torn thumb ligament.

Victorino is a free agent at the end of this season, and is earning $9.5 million in his current contract. The Dodgers drafted him in 1999, but then lost him in the Rule 5 Draft twice.

Howard To Nets Trade Possibility Dead

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 08:11:31 -0400

Howard To Nets Trade Possibility Dead:

ESPN is reporting that the Brooklyn Nets have ended their interest in acquiring Magic all-star Dwight Howard and ended talks with Orlando.

The Nets had reportedly offered four first round draft picks, center Brook Lopez, and power forward Kris Humphries in sign-and-trade deals and $3 million. That offer was rejected as the Magic weren’t interested in Humphries, but wanted to unload Quentin Richardson.

The Nets did sign Lopez, to a 4-year, $60 million max contract. THe Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers are the new front runners.

Lakers Acquire Nash In Sign-and-Trade

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 08:06:00 -0400

Lakers Acquire Nash In Sign-and-Trade:

Two-time MVP point guard Steve Nash is joining the Los Angels Lakers.

The Lakers and Suns reached a sign-and-trade deal at Nash’s request. The sign-

and-trade way was the only way that the Lakers could afford the 38-year old, who

agreed to a three-year $27 million. In return, the Phoenix Suns get four draft picks (1st round in 2013, 2015, second rounders 2013, 2014),

Nash says he approached the Suns and asked them to get a sign-and-trade deal done with the Lakers because “because it is very important to me to stay near my children and family,” who live in the Phoenix area.

From Victoria, B.C., the Toronto Raptors were apparently in the mix, offering an identical 3-year, $27 million contract. Sign-and-trade talks were also happening with the New York Knicks.

BREAKING: Parise and Suter Sign With Wild

Wed, 04 Jul 2012 13:32:14 -0400

BREAKING: Parise and Suter Sign With Wild:

The two top free agents on this year’s NHL market have both signed with the Minnesota Wild. Both contracts last 13 years and $98 million.

Parise scored 31 goals and 69 points and played all 82 games in 2011-12, and added eight goals and 15 points in the Devils lengthly playoff run to the Cup Final. Suter scored 7 goals and 46 points with Nashville, and was selected to the All-Star Game.

This is a great day in the history of the Minnesota Wild,” said Wild GM Chuck Fletcher. “We are extremely excited to add the collective skill, experience and character of Zach Parise and Ryan Suter to an already promising roster. We view this as a rare opportunity for us to transform our franchise by adding two marquee players, who are both in the prime of their careers, at the same time.”

NHL Free Agent Rundown

Wed, 04 Jul 2012 09:29:26 -0400

Here’s a look at all the bigger-name signings in the NHL since July 1st.

Ray Whitney (DAL): The 40-year old Whitney signed a 2-year deal with the Stars, and will earn $4.5 million a season. Whitney has 365 career goals and 1003 points, with seven teams. Whitney has won one Stanley Cup, in 2006 with the Hurricanes. Whitney was an NHL Second-team All-Star last season, while scoring 24 goals and 77 points and played all 82 games for the Phoenix Coyotes.

Adam Burish (SJ): The Sharks signed Burish to a four-year deal worth over $7 million. The 29-year old centre had 19 points in 65 games last season, his fifth in the NHL. This will be Burish’s third team, his previous stops were Chicago (where he won the Cup in 2010) and Dallas, where he played the last two seasons.

Matt Carkner (NYI): The Islanders locking up Carkner came as a major surprise, as the Colorado Avalanche had previously posted on their club’s Twitter account that they had agreed to terms with the 31-year old defenseman. In only 160 career games, Carkner has accumulated 361 penalty minutes, but only 18 points. Carkner’s contract runs for three years at $4.5 million total.

Alexei Ponikarovsky (WPG): A one-year, $1.8 million deal for the 33-year old Ukrainian. Ponikarovsky scored 14 goals and 33 points in 82 games split with the Hurricanes and Devils in 2011-12. Ponikarovsky played all 24 playoff games with New Jersey and scored once and added eight assists. During his long tenure as a Leaf, Ponikarovsky became a Canadian citizen, so this is somewhat of a home-coming for the left winger.

Filip Kuba (FLA): The 35-year old defenseman signed for two seasons in Florida, at $4 million a season. Originally a 1995 draft pick of the Panthers, Kuba only played his first 5 career games in South Florida before traded to Calgary. Kuba most recently played for the Ottawa Senators. The defensive defenseman racked up 32 points last season, and has never scored more than 37 in a season, over his 12-year career.

Dustin Penner (LA): Penner tested free agency but decided to stick with the team that he won the Stanley Cup with last season, with a one-year contract at $3.25 million. The 29-year old scored only 7 goals and 17 points in 65 games with the Kings, and 11 points in 20 playoff games. Penner was traded to Los Angeles at last year’s trade deadline and just finished a five-year contract worth $31.25 million.

Brandon Prust (MTL): The Canadiens inked the rugged winger to a four-year contract worth $10 million, what many considered a lot for a player who only has 63 points in five and a half NHL seasons. Prust played the last two and a half seasons on Broadway, where he scored a career-high 13 goals in 2010-11 and added 160 penalty minutes.

P.A. Parenteau (COL): Drafted 264th overall by Anaheim in 2001, Parenteau was a late bloomer, not emerging until he scored 20 goals two seasons ago with the New York Islanders. The 29-year old signed a four-year contract with the Avalanche worth $16 million. He tallied 18 goals and 67 points last season on Long Island.

Jason Garrison (VAN): The undrafted defenseman emerged as an offensive defenseman this season with Florida, and is now going from the southeast to the northwest, as he signed a six year, $27.6 million contract with the Canucks. His 16 goals last season set a record last season for most goals by a Panthers d-man. A native of White Rock, BC, Garrison became the odd man out after Florida inked Kuba to his contract.

Martin Brodeur (NJ): Rumors were swirling as to wher Brodeur was off to, but in the end he decided to stay with the only team he’s ever known. The all-time leader in wins and shutouts signed a two-year contract worth $9 million and a no-trade clause. Brodeur has won three Stanley Cups with the Devils, and played all of his 1191 games with them. Brodeur played 59 games this season, with 31 wins, and went 14-9 in the playoffs.

Jiri Hudler (CGY): The 28-year old Czech signed a four-year deal worth $16 million. Hudler played all of his previous NHL games for the Detroit Red Wings. Hudler tallied 87 goals and 214 points in 409 games in the Motor City, including 25 goals and 50 points last season. Hudler left North America for the 2009-10 season and played for Dynamo Moscow.

Olli Jokinen (WPG): Selected third overall in 1997, Jokinen has bounced around in recent seasons, and after signing a two-year deal that sees him make $9 million, Winnipeg is his next stop. The 33-year old Finn has only played in 6 playoff games (Calgary, 2009) during his 13 year career. Jokinen scored 23 goals and 61 points last season with the Flames.

Jaromir Jagr (DAL): At least one more year for the 40-year old Jagr, who signed a one-season deal worth $4.5 million. Jagr has two Stanley Cup rings, as well as a Hart Trophy, 5 Art Ross Trophies, and 665 career goals and 1653 points. Jagr made a North American comeback last year with Philadelphia, where he scored 19 goals and 54 points in 73 games.

Howard Wants Trade to Brooklyn

Sun, 01 Jul 2012 08:31:57 -0400

Howard Wants Trade to Brooklyn:

Sources close to the Orlando Magic are reporting that Magic star Dwight Howard met with new GM Rob Hennigan to tell him he would like to be traded to the Brooklyn Nets.

The two met in Los Angeles, where Hennigan gave Howard no guarantees as to whether he will get his wish. This is not the first time Howard has wanted to be traded to the Nets in his ongoing soap opera which started when he signed his opt-in clause for one more year on March 15.

Oilers Agree With Justin Schultz

Sun, 01 Jul 2012 08:23:37 -0400

Oilers Agree With Justin Schultz:

Top prospect Justin Schultz has agreed to an entry-level deal with the Edmonton Oilers and have won the sweepstakes for the highly-touted 21-year old.

After leaving school in March, Schultz did not sign with the Anaheim Ducks, who drafted him in the second round in 2008, making him a UFA. Schultz can’t sign his deal until Sunday, however.

Schultz had 16 goals and 44 points in his final year at Wisconsin and was a finalist for the Hobey Baker Award. At least 20 NHL teams expressed interest in Schultz, and the Oilers recruited Wayne Gretzky and Paul Coffey to lure Schultz to Alberta.

“You look at the team they have right now — all those young guys are turning into superstars,” Schultz said. “They got a good, solid young core of prospects. That’s definitely intriguing to me.”

“It’s confirmation, I think, that good things are happening,” Oilers general manager Steve Tambellini said. “This is a young player that found himself in a position where he could make whatever choice he wanted.

Daily Sports Report: June 29, 2012

Sat, 30 Jun 2012 09:06:57 -0400

After shutting out the Dodgers in all three games, and the blanking the Reds on Thursday, could the Giants keep Cincinnati off the board again? Kickoff in the CFL season was also on Friday, with a rematch of last year’s Grey Cup Final. Could the Blue Bombers get revenge on BC? The MLB, CFL and MLS are in today’s Daily Sports Report.MLB

HOUSTON 0 - 4 CHICAGO CUBS

CHICAGO WHITE SOX 14 - 7 NY YANKEES

CLEVELAND 8 - 9 BALTIMORE

LA ANGELS 5 - 7 TORONTO

DETROIT 2 - 4 TAMPA BAY

PHILADELPHIA 2 - 6 MIAMI

WASHINGTON 5 - 4 ATLANTA

OAKLAND 3 - 4 TEXAS

KANSAS CITY 4 - 3 MINNESOTA

ARIZONA 9 - 3 MILWAUKEE

SAN DIEGO 2 - 10 COLORADO

PITTSBURGH 14 - 5 ST. LOUIS

NY METS 9 - 0 LA DODGERS

BOSTON 5 - 0 SEATTLE

CINCINNATI 5 - 1 SAN FRANCISCO

CFL

SASKATCHEWAN 43 - 16 HAMILTON

WINNIPEG 16 - 33 BRITISH COLUMBIA

MLS

CHICAGO 1 - 0 KANSAS CITY

Daily Sports Report: June 28, 2012

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 07:31:16 -0400

Note: Daily Sports Reports will stop at the end of June for the time being.

The second semi-final at Euro 2012 didn’t need any extra time, but was it the Germans or Italians celebrating afterwards? With a seventh-inning single, Derek Jeter tied Cal Ripken Jr. for 13th on the all-time hits list, but could the Yankees beat the Central-leading White Sox? The MLB and Euro 2012 are in today’s Daily Sports Report.MLB

PITTSBURGH 5 - 4 PHILADELPHIA

WASHINGTON 10 - 11 (11) COLORADO

CLEVELAND 7 - 2 BALTIMORE

CHICAGO WHITE SOX 4 - 3 NY YANKEES

LA ANGELS 9 - 7 TORONTO

DETROIT 5 - 2 TAMPA BAY

ARIZONA 3 - 2 ATLANTA

SAN DIEGO 7 - 3 HOUSTON

OAKLAND 6 - 7 TEXAS

BOSTON 0 - 1 SEATTLE

NY METS 3 - 2 LA DODGERS

CINCINNATI 0 - 5 SAN FRANCISCO

Euro 2012

GERMANY 1 - 2 ITALY Italy advances to Final; play Spain

NHL: Crosby and Quick sign 10+ Year Contracts

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 16:42:11 -0400

NHL: Crosby and Quick sign 10+ Year Contracts:

Sidney Crosby is a very rich man. The 24-year old signed a 12-year contract extension with the Pittsburgh Penguins worth $104.5 million. The deal begins next season, as Pens captain is entering the final year of his five-year $43.5 million.

Under the current CBA, Crosby is unable to sign the contract until July 1. Crosby played only 22 games this season, and has been dealing with concussion issues.

The 2012 Conn Smythe Winner and Kings goalie Jonathan Quick also has a contract extension waiting for him on Sunday. The 26-year old has agreed to a 10 year extension with the Kings. The monetary amount was undisclosed on the deal.

Daily Sports Report: June 27, 2012

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 08:35:32 -0400

Note: Daily Sports Reports will stop at the end of June for the time being.

Semi-final #1 at Euro 2012. Spain and Portugal needed extra time, but would magic from Cristiano Ronaldo help give Portugal an upset win? After being shutout on both Monday and Tuesday, the San Francisco Giants looked to not only sweep the LA Dodgers and gain first place in the NL West, but to do it without allowing a run. With Tim Lincecum on the hill, could they do it? The MLB, MLS and Euro 2012 are in today’s Daily Sports Report.MLB

MILWAUKEE 8 - 4 CINCINNATI

CLEVELAND 4 - 5 NY YANKEES

CHICAGO WHITE SOX 12 - 5 MINNESOTA

TORONTO 4 - 10 BOSTON

TAMPA BAY 4 - 5 KANSAS CITY

NY METS 17 - 1 CHICAGO CUBS

OAKLAND 2 - 1 SEATTLE

LA DODGERS 0 - 3 SAN FRANCISCO

PITTSBURGH 11 - 7 PHILADELPHIA

LA ANGELS 13 - 1 BALTIMORE

ARIZONA 4 - 6 ATLANTA

ST. LOUIS 3 - 5 MIAMI

SAN DIEGO 0 - 1 HOUSTON

DETROIT 9 - 13 TEXAS

WASHINGTON 11 - 5 COLORADO

MLS

TORONTO FC 3 - 0 MONTREAL

Euro 2012

SPAIN 0 - 0 PORTUGAL Spain win 4-2 on penalty kicks; advance to Final.

Daily Sports Report: June 26, 2012

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 08:10:59 -0400

In the top 5 in hits and home runs allowed this season, Bronson Arroyo carried a no-hitter into the eighth against the Brewers. But would he fall back on his old ways after allowing hit #1, or did he help the Reds hang on? After Monday’s beatdown, what did the Giants have in store for the Dodgers in Game 2? The MLB continues to hold the spotlight in today’s Daily Sports Report.MLB

PITTSBURGH 4 - 5 PHILADELPHIA

LA ANGELS 7 - 3 BALTIMORE

CLEVELAND 4 - 6 NY YANKEES

ARIZONA 1 - 8 ATLANTA

ST. LOUIS 5 - 2 MIAMI

TORONTO 1 - 5 BOSTON

MILWAUKEE 3 - 4 CINCINNATI

DETROIT 5 - 7 TEXAS

NY METS 3 - 5 CHICAGO CUBS

SAN DIEGO 3 - 5 HOUSTON

CHICAGO WHITE SOX 3 - 2 MINNESOTA

TAMPA BAY 2 - 8 KANSAS CITY

WASHINGTON 12 - 5 COLORADO

OAKLAND 2 - 3 SEATTLE

LA DODGERS 0 - 2 SAN FRANCISCO

Daily Sports Report: June 25, 2012

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 08:24:47 -0400

Before the Red Sox could begin the post-Kevin Youkilis era, the Blue Jays had put four runs on the board, but could Boston rebound and win? On the other side of the trade, Twins pitcher Francisco Liriano threw a season-high seven innings, but did the White Sox squeak out a win over the lowly Twins? The MLB is all there is in a small Daily Sports Report.MLB

CLEVELAND 1 - 7 NY YANKEES

PITTSBURGH 3 - 8 PHILADELPHIA

ST. LOUIS 8 - 7 (10) MIAMI

MILWAUKEE 1 - 3 CINCINNATI

TORONTO 9 - 6 BOSTON

NY METS 1 - 6 CHICAGO CUBS

SAN DIEGO 8 - 7 (10) HOUSTON

DETROIT 8 - 2 TEXAS

TAMPA BAY 0 - 8 KANSAS CITY

CHICAGO WHITE SOX 1 - 4 MINNESOTA

WASHINGTON 2 - 4 COLORADO

OAKLAND 1 - 0 SEATTLE

LA DODGERS 0 - 8 SAN FRANCISCO

Daily Sports Report: June 24, 2012

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 08:38:31 -0400

England and Italy was the first game at Euro 2012 to finish scoreless after 90 minutes, and also the first quarterfinal that needed extra time. Which side is advancing to play Germany? In the Subway Series, the Yankees finally snapped R.A. Dickey’s shutout streak and one-hitter streak, but was it enough to beat the Mets? The MLB, MLS, Euro 2012, F1, and NASCAR are in today’s Daily Sports Report.MLB

TAMPA BAY 3 - 2 PHILADELPHIA (Gm 1)

TAMPA BAY 7 - 3 PHILADELPHIA (Gm 2)

MINNESOTA 4 - 3 CINCINNATI

TORONTO 0 - 9 MIAMI

DETROIT 3 - 2 PITTSBURGH

WASHINGTON 1 - 2 BALTIMORE

ATLANTA 4 - 9 BOSTON

CLEVELAND 1 - 7 HOUSTON

ST. LOUIS 11 - 8 KANSAS CITY

MILWAUKEE 0 - 1 (10) CHICAGO WHITE SOX

LA DODGERS 3 - 5 LA ANGELS

SEATTLE 0 - 2 SAN DIEGO

SAN FRANCISCO 2 - 4 OAKLAND

CHICAGO CUBS 1 - 5 ARIZONA

COLORADO 2 - 4 TEXAS

NY YANKEES 6 - 5 NY METS

MLS

SEATTLE 1 - 2 PORTLAND

D.C. UNITED 2 - 3 NEW YORK

F1 European Grand Prix

1. Fernando Alonso

2. Kimi Raikkonen

3. Michael Schumacher

4. Mark Webber

5. Nico Hulkenberg

NASCAR Toyota- Save Mart 350

1. Clint Bowyer

2. Tony Stewart

3. Kurt Busch

4. Brian Vickers

5. Jimmie Johnson

Euro 2012

ENGLAND 0 - 0 ITALY Italy wins 4-2 on penalty kicks; advance to play Germany in semi-finals

Youkilis Dealt to White Sox

Sun, 24 Jun 2012 18:45:48 -0400

Youkilis Dealt to White Sox:

Veteran utilityman Kevin Youkilis has been traded to the Chicago White Sox from Boston for shortstop Brent Lillibridge and pitcher Zach Stewart.

Youkilis was relegated to bench duty this season with the emergance of Will Middlebrooks. The three-time All-Star was only hitting .233 with 4 HR’s and 14 RBI’s. Youkilis is earning $12 million on the fourth and final year of his contract. He has a 2013 option worth $13 million.

The move helps the White Sox contend for a playoff spot. After Sunday, they are only a half game behind Cleveland for first.

Daily Sports Report: June 21, 2012

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 07:41:14 -0400

Up 3-1 in the NBA Finals, could LeBron silence all the critics and win the Miami Heat an NBA championship? At Euro 2012, would the Czech Republic shock Portugal and advance to the semi-finals, or would Cristiano Ronaldo’s one Portugal goal be enough? The NBA, MLB and Euro 2012 are in today’s Daily Sports Report.

NBA

OKLAHOMA CITY 106 - 121 MIAMI

Heat win NBA Championship, 2nd franchise title. LeBron James named playoff MVP.

MLB

ST. LOUIS 1 - 2 (10) DETROIT

LA DODGERS 1 - 4 OAKLAND

MINNESOTA 1 - 9 PITTSBURGH

COLORADO 4 - 1 PHILADELPHIA

TAMPA BAY 2 - 5 WASHINGTON

MIAMI 5 - 6 BOSTON

Euro 2012

PORTUGAL 1 - 0 CZECH REPUBLIC Portugal advance to semi-finals

Rays' Peralta Banned 8 Games for Glove Incident

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 20:45:24 -0400

Rays' Peralta Banned 8 Games for Glove Incident:

Tampa Bay Rays reliever Joel Peralta was handed an 8 game suspension by the MLB after he pine tar was found on his glove just as he was entering Tuesday’s game against the Nationals.

Peralta is appealing the suspension. The incident started a war of words between Nationals manager Davey Johnson and Rays skipper Joe Maddon. Maddon said that Johnson asking the umpires to view Peralta’s glove was bogus, bush and cowardly. Johnson replied Maddon “should read the rule book” and was “a weird wuss”.

Daily Sports Report: June 20, 2012

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 07:50:04 -0400

After 3 of their players were arrested outiside a Houston nightclub earlier this week, one win Toronto FC put up 3 goals on the Dynamo, but would it be enough to earn 3 more points? On the diamond, a slugfest in the Desert and at Fenway as the Mariners and Diamondbacks combine for 24 runs, and one of the Red Sox or Marlins put up 15 by themselves. Who was it? The MLB and MLS are in today’s Daily Sports Report.MLB

ATLANTA 10 - 5 NY YANKEES

KANSAS CITY 2 - 1 HOUSTON

TORONTO 3 - 8 MILWAUKEE

SEATTLE 10 - 14 ARIZONA

TEXAS 4 - 2 SAN DIEGO

CINCINNATI 1 - 8 CLEVELAND

COLORADO 6 - 7 PHILADELPHIA

ST. LOUIS 3 - 1 DETROIT

TAMPA BAY 2 - 3 WASHINGTON

MINNESOTA 2 - 1 PITTSBURGH

BALTIMORE 3 - 4 NY METS

MIAMI 5 - 15 BOSTON

CHICAGO CUBS 0 - 7 CHICAGO WHITE SOX

LA DODGERS 1 - 4 OAKLAND

SAN FRANCISCO 0 - 6 LA ANGELS

MLS

LOS ANGELES 3 - 2 REAL SALT LAKE

TORONTO FC 3 - 3 HOUSTON

SAN JOSE 2 - 1 COLORADO

KANSAS CITY 1 - 1 SEATTLE

MONTREAL 1 - 2 CHIVAS USA

NEW YORK 1 - 1 VANCOUVER